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Table 2-7. Postdive Procedures (Cont).
Step
Procedure
CAUTION
Exercise care not to damage the lower breech ring or
lugs.
c. Rinse, with freshwater, all dress assembly items assembled on the
diving station.
NOTE
Ensure outer garment pockets are flushed out.
d. Allow all items to thoroughly dry both inside and out prior to stowage.
e. Stow garments in a cool dry place. Drape the garments or put on
hangers. Do not fold drysuits.
NOTE
Report any discrepancies to the dive supervisor
when conducting the following mission postdive
procedures.
7.
HELMET CLEANING
a. Clean the helmet interior with an approved cleaning agent. The
primary cleaning areas are:
(1)
Chin button
(2)
Microphone and surrounding area
(3)
Viewports
(4)
Air supply diffuser and ear clearing pad
(5)
Front helmet base interior
b. Carefully remove helmet liners by pulling evenly on Velcro fasteners.
c. Rinse liners and helmet interior with freshwater. Wipe or blow dry
thoroughly.
d. Remove, clean, dry, and reinstall mixed gas ducting.
e. Reinstall dry helmet liners properly.
8.
EXHAUST VALVE
The helmet is stowed with the adjustable valve in place, fully opened, for
STOWAGE
cleanliness and valve body protection.
PREPARATION
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